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Evan Kemp Obituary

Published by Vancouver Sun and The Province on Apr. 4, 2007.

KEMP _ EVAN HERBERT January 22, 1928 ~ March 17, 2007 "The Man We Really Knew" It is with a very heavy heart that we have to inform you of the passing of our father. Dad passed away at his home on Saturday, March 17th. He will be fondly remembered by family, fellow musicians and acquaintances internationally and Canada wide. He was predeceased by his wife of 51 years, Laurie and survived by three children, Ken (Nona), Kathryn (Allan), Darcey (Norm), and two grandchildren Farrah and Jesse. Two wonderful sisters, Pauline (Alex), Darlene (Ray) and predeceased brother, Dwight. Two sisters-in-law, Loretta (Dwight), Joyce (John) and nieces and nephews, Robin, Robert, Pam, Grant, Glen, Gary (predeceased), Victor (predeceased) and Cindy. At the age of 79, Dad had an incredible musical history (a gift from God) and life story that literally could be made into a movie. He holds numerous awards, credits, and accomplishments in his 70 years of entertaining all of which will be highlighted with a "Celebration of Life" on Sunday, April 15 at 2pm. It will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 83, 2 blocks south of Kingsway, off Royal Oak on Grimmer Street in Burnaby. In lieu of flowers, donations towards a second plaque on Mom's bench at Foreshore Park would be appreciated. Donation information will be announced at the Celebration of Life. We would like to thank all of you who have provided comforting and kind words at this difficult time. See You There! God Bless from the E.K RANCH

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Daniel Helmer

August 14, 2023

It was easily one of the highlights of my young life to go to see the live show at the masset community hall. RIP to a wonderful entertainer! Thank you for your gift!

Keith Manhard

July 9, 2023

A weekend In Burns Lake With Evan Kemp and his band was always a great time. I have missed those good times growing up in Burns Lake.
Thank you Evan For The Good Times.

Shana Goodyear

July 1, 2022

I was hoping someone from the family could get in touch with me. I'm pretty sure Evan was my uncle through Dwight & Loretta.

Shana Goodyear

July 1, 2022

I was hoping someone from the family could get in touch with me. I'm pretty sure Evan was my uncle through Dwight & Loretta.

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Shana Goodyear

July 1, 2022

I was hoping someone from the family could get in touch with me.

Jim Vallance

February 20, 2021

Evan Kemp and The Trail Riders ... the first concert I ever attended, Vanderhoof BC, 1965. I was just a young wanna-be musician, and they were the "real deal". Very exciting. I never had the opportunity to meet the man and thank him ... so I'll do it now. Evan, thanks for the inspiration!

Tanya Rolston

April 13, 2007

Uncle Evan is what we called him,even though he wasnt he was still an uncle to my sister Karsha and I.I will miss him comin over to the back yard bbqs.We new forsure he would bring the entertainment.My Dad (Peter Rolston)always got a little teary eyed when ever he played .....well we all did.The barbaques will not be the same with out my Dad and Uncle Evan.But I know forsure there both up in heaven doing a grand tour of the silver lined clouds.Are thoughs are with you.

Harry & Gladys Rusk

April 10, 2007

Evan Kemp has been an inspiration to me through the years. May God bless and comfort his family.

The Assoc. Of Can. Country Music Legends

April 9, 2007

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family of Evan Kemp. We've lost a true Canadian Country Music Legend.
From the fans and all the other Artists he entertained during Country Music Week in Edmonton in 2004.

Gail

April 6, 2007

I am sorry to hear of Evan Kemp's passing. I heard of his passing through someone in my mother's care facility. The facility, and this family member, have both been looking for copies of Evan's music. I gave the facility my copy, as my mother loves to hear it. Does anyone know where other copies might be available?
Sincerely, Gail

David (Lefty) Caljouw

April 6, 2007

I rememder Evan with wonderful memorys when my parents and I would go to his dances on V.I. I will miss him very much. We had a lot of fun when he and the band would come to Chemainus. he will be missed

Marion Walker

April 5, 2007

To the Family:
Your Father's beautiful voice has brought many hours of pleasure and blessing to me over the years, and will continue through his recordings - especially the "God is Love" CD which is a wonderful tribute to his faith.

Joanne Prigmore

April 5, 2007

My husband was going thru the Vancouver paper as we sat down at a local store to have some hot coffees and he says look..Evan Kemp died. It brought back memories.As a child my parrents had taken us to see him in Sorrento.I am 52 now..and it had to have been when I was around 5 yrs of age. My parents even had one of his records that he made with Aragon Records.When they passed on, my brother gave me the records since we still have a record player. I enjoyed listening to his music ''The Beautifil Nicola Valley''was one I liked ''On The Golden shore'' was another..there were others too as well.
He was a great singer and I am glad my parents had bought the record.
I extend my sympathies at this time for his family. May memories of him brighten your days ahead..

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